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The Squire and the Scroll
This captivating adventure follows a young squire who travels a long, dangerous road beside his brave knight, on a quest for their king. The action builds until the final face-off with the monstrous, evil dragon. Only then does the squire learn of the secret beyond the cave that ends in a joyous celebration for the entire kingdom.Children will gain valuable insight as they learn, along with the young squire, what it means to face the dangers of temptation, and what it takes to guard one's heart from all that is impure.
36 pages, Hardcover
First published July 1, 2004
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November 7, 2022
Man, it's been so long! I need to reread this, I loved this as a kid!
April 13, 2022
My Dad used to read this to me as a bedtime story. It's lessons have stuck with me to this day.
November 14, 2022
Another addition to my grandchildren’s library.
September 14, 2021
Excellent story with practical helps for purity of mind and heart!
January 6, 2018
Summary: The squire assists a knight in going to get the Lantern from a dragon.
Why I Read This: It was recommended by a friend.
Review: I really liked this book. I think that it is perfect for Christians or anyone of faith who has a holy book that they follow. The squire makes it far past the knight and is able to retrieve the scroll by following the words that the scroll has taught him. In the end he frees the fallen knights through the light of the Lantern.
Why I Read This: It was recommended by a friend.
Review: I really liked this book. I think that it is perfect for Christians or anyone of faith who has a holy book that they follow. The squire makes it far past the knight and is able to retrieve the scroll by following the words that the scroll has taught him. In the end he frees the fallen knights through the light of the Lantern.
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August 28, 2018
A tale based on Psalm 119:9. The young squire has lived by the five rules on the scroll. When a dragon steals the great lantern in their kingdom, he accompanies the final knight on his quest to retrieve it. By following the rules on the scroll, the squire succeeds in slaying the dragon, retrieving the lantern and bringing the lost knights back to the kingdom.
March 4, 2015
We were introduced to this book about 3 years ago. It is great. Highly recommend to get the book that has the cd with it so the kids can play it over and over while looking at the book.
July 22, 2019
The illustrations are beautiful, but I wished I knew it was Christian themed before I picked it up.
March 18, 2020
One of my very favorite picture books. We’ve read it dozens of times.
April 30, 2020
My favorite character is the dragon. I was surprised most by that the dragon is green. I would not change the ending because the author did a good job.
January 6, 2022
Excellent book. My boys (8,6,5) all loved it!
January 14, 2022
A good book on bravery and guarding your heart.
May 13, 2024
I like this book. It was done a bit like Pilgrim's Progress but not so deep that younger children can't grasp the meaning.
December 26, 2025
Great! Bravery, purity, incredible to read to little young men.
January 24, 2026
Beautiful fantasy storytelling about the value of integrity even at a young age. 15-20 minute read, great for preschool to elementary ages.
May 26, 2009
A book for boys by the author of The Princess and the Kiss, this one is set in a kingdom whose treasure is "The Lantern of Purest Light." When the dragon steals the lantern, the king sends his knights one by one to seek it, but they never return. Finally he sends his last and bravest knight, along with a squire to assist him. This squire brings a precious scroll, from which he had been taught by his parents and which they gave him at his departure. The knight had also been taught from a scroll, but he had left its memory in his childhood.
On their quest they meet with temptations and traps, and for each they find a way to escape them -- wool to stop their ears against discouraging voices, and a shield to guard their eyes against the allure of forbidden treasure. At each temptation the squire reads from his scroll for guidance, which he shares with the knight. In the cave of forbidden treasure, however, the knight refuses to listen to the scroll's wisdom and is taken into the dragon's power. The squire continues on alone, and by obeying the scroll's instructions he avoids additional traps. When he arrives at the dragon's lair, his scroll is transformed into a sword, with which he defeats the dragon and rescues the captured knights, finally retrieving the Lantern of Purest Light.
The book is a compelling parable about the importance of God's Word, the Bible. It tells a story of a quest worth winning, a young man proving himself in the company of his elders, and dangers on every side that seek to destroy him. He holds on to courage and moral purity only by means of the scroll, to which he submits every decision, and by which he achieves victory against great odds. This is a powerfully winning story that will influence a boy's imagination in the best possible way.
On their quest they meet with temptations and traps, and for each they find a way to escape them -- wool to stop their ears against discouraging voices, and a shield to guard their eyes against the allure of forbidden treasure. At each temptation the squire reads from his scroll for guidance, which he shares with the knight. In the cave of forbidden treasure, however, the knight refuses to listen to the scroll's wisdom and is taken into the dragon's power. The squire continues on alone, and by obeying the scroll's instructions he avoids additional traps. When he arrives at the dragon's lair, his scroll is transformed into a sword, with which he defeats the dragon and rescues the captured knights, finally retrieving the Lantern of Purest Light.
The book is a compelling parable about the importance of God's Word, the Bible. It tells a story of a quest worth winning, a young man proving himself in the company of his elders, and dangers on every side that seek to destroy him. He holds on to courage and moral purity only by means of the scroll, to which he submits every decision, and by which he achieves victory against great odds. This is a powerfully winning story that will influence a boy's imagination in the best possible way.
January 22, 2016
This book, for preschoolers and early grade schoolers, speaks about temptations and how to stay on safe ground. I like the comparisons between the squire's home training and preparing our own hearts for various troubles, and the comparison between following the scroll for safe passage, and following the Bible. I actually like this book better, written for boys, than the counterpart written for girls, "The Princess and the Kiss." In both books, Jeannie Bishop has done an excellent job explaining things and starting conversations.
August 28, 2012
I have to admit, I love the part where the knight rakes his squire over the coals for being just a squire who knows nothing. And, then of course,the knight finds out that maybe his squire knows a thing or two! I do not get into fantasy at all, but this book is a good reminder of guarding our way and keeping a pure heart.
February 22, 2009
Great book. It captures a little boys fascination with swords and knights and teaches him to keep his way pure. It is recommended for ages 6 to 12. My son read it as a 6 year old and did fine. I would not have tried it at any younger age. The dragon and some of the other pictures are a bit scary.
February 1, 2008
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February 26, 2008
Another great book for little boys which empathizes good morals and the benefits of them.
February 8, 2009
Wonderful book about character and truth to read aloud to boys!
March 17, 2009
An adventure story about keeping your heart pure. Beautifully done, although the dragon is a bit scarily done.
June 5, 2013
Great message in this story. Well written and great pictures.
October 18, 2020
To Calvin from the Howards.
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December 29, 2015
So excellent! A children's book for boys about living a life of Godly integrity and purity.
July 11, 2014
"....or you will be consumed by the flames!" Our children (8,5,3,1) love this book and the accompanying audio. We often select this to give as a gift too!
April 2, 2015
It was good but not the best.
October 9, 2015
Nice, simple story that doesn't try too hard to be an allegory, though that is clearly there.
August 26, 2016
Excellent book to read to your son entering puberty.
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